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About

Founded in 1933, in response to the hardships of the Great Depression, Catholic Charities of Oregon has long been a trusted partner for Oregonians experiencing poverty, displacement and injustice. For more than 90 years, we’ve provided pathways to stability and opportunity, helping individuals and families build better futures through compassion, collaboration and innovation.

Our mission is to ensure that essential, life-changing services are accessible to those who need them most. Across Oregon, we provide affordable and supportive housing, legal assistance, intensive case management and other critical services that strengthen lives and communities.

Catholic Charities of Oregon is a proud member of Catholic Charities USA and Caritas Internationalis, a global network dedicated to advancing human dignity and alleviating poverty worldwide. (EIN: 93-0386801)

Everyone is Welcome Here

At Catholic Charities of Oregon, we welcome and serve everyone regardless of race, religion, background, gender identity, or orientation.


Our work is rooted in dignity, compassion, and a deep commitment to walking alongside our neighbors.

For Our Community and Partners

We believe in showing up for one another. Together with our partners, we work to ensure that basic needs are not only met, but sustained so individuals and families can move forward with stability and hope.

Our work is grounded in dignity, solidarity, and care for the whole person.

For Our Volunteers

Every hour you give matters. Every act of service creates ripple effects.

We strive to make the most of your time and generosity, building meaningful opportunities to show up, give back, and be part of something bigger.

You’ll find a community that is compassionate, respectful, and welcoming to all.

For Our Team

Caring for others starts with caring for each other.

At Catholic Charities of Oregon, we support our employees so they can do their best work, offering a collaborative, mission-driven environment where people are valued and supported.

Together, we make a tangible difference in the lives of our neighbors.

Mission & Vision

Mission statement

Catholic Charities of Oregon partners with the most vulnerable, regardless of faith, to achieve lasting solutions to poverty and injustice.

Vision for society

Catholic Charities of Oregon envisions a society in which all people thrive economically, socially, and spiritually; cultivate diverse, respectful, and just communities; and recognize the inherent dignity and sanctity of human life.

Vision for the organization

Catholic Charities of Oregon achieves lasting solutions to poverty and injustice by partnering with clients to meet their economic and educational goals and to support their physical and social well-being.

 

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Catholic Charities of Oregon believes that every person has inherent dignity, value and worth. Our commitment is to recognize, protect and advance that dignity by fostering communities where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

We know that our collective strength lies in our diversity. As we work to remove barriers and eliminate inequities, we remain steadfast in building a just and inclusive Oregon—one where all people are treated with respect and have access to opportunity.

Catholic Charities of Oregon carries this commitment forward through intentional diversity, equity and inclusion efforts across our programs, policies and partnerships. We actively recruit, support and promote staff and board members whose varied backgrounds and perspectives reflect the communities we serve. Together, we strive for a more equitable workplace, community and world.

 

 

Careers

We are proud of our healthy work culture at Catholic Charities of Oregon. Our approach includes everything from support for continuing training and education to a strong focus on allowing each employee to own their job and become a thought leader in their area of service. We take care of our employees so they can take care of others.

If you’re considering working with Catholic Charities of Oregon, please click below to view our job openings and fill out an application. We’d love to meet you.

View open opportunities

For career opportunities at CYO Camp Howard, please click here. Check back soon for more opportunities from our partner agencies.

Articles

Voices of Hope

Posted By | Catholic Charities Communications
For Melody La Rue, home is more than a place, it’s the foundation for stability and belonging. With more than 25 years in property management, she brings both expertise and heart to her role with Guardian Management, a key partner of Catholic Charities of Oregon. Since 2025, Melody has helped support housing communities across the…

When a Meal is Uncertain

Posted By | Catholic Charities Communications
Hunger is quietly growing across Oregon as changes to federal food assistance programs and state and local funding shortfalls leave many families facing new uncertainty. In this month’s message, our CEO Kaleen Deatherage reflects on what Catholic Charities of Oregon is seeing firsthand and how our community continues to respond with compassion.

Showing Up, Week After Week

Posted By | Catholic Charities Communications
Each week, our outreach team heads into Southeast Portland to connect with neighbors living outside, offering food, essential supplies, and a consistent presence of care. Even as resources tighten, this work continues because it meets immediate needs and builds the trust that can lead to something more.

Voices of Hope

Posted By | Catholic Charities Communications
Community Service Officer David Coan believes the most effective public safety work often starts with empathy. In partnership with Catholic Charities of Oregon, he helps connect people experiencing homelessness with the support and resources that can change the course of their lives.